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Daily Current Affairs Quiz: November 28, 2024

November 28, 2024

1. Which ministry recently launched the national campaign “Bal Vivah Mukt Bharat” to make India free of child marriage? [A] Ministry of Science and Technology[B] Ministry of Health and Family Welfare[C] Ministry of Women and Child Development [D] Ministry of ..

Center Approves Expansion of Agriculture Infrastructure Fund

November 27, 2024

The Centre has recently expanded the Agriculture Infrastructure Fund (AIF), which aims to enhance community farming assets and improve post-harvest management infrastructure. The original scheme began on July 8, 2020, which faces important challenges at the grassroots level. Crop Wastage ..

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India Resumes Free Trade Agreements (FTAs)

November 27, 2024

India resumed signing Free Trade Agreements (FTAs) in 2021 after a decade-long hiatus. The country has since completed agreements with Mauritius, the UAE, Australia, and EFTA countries. However, India is now adopting a more cautious approach to FTAs. This shift ..

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INSV Tarini Begins Historic Journey to New Zealand

November 27, 2024

On November 24, 2024, the Indian Naval Sailing Vessel (INSV) Tarini departed Fremantle, Australia, which marks the start of the second leg of its global expedition. The crew, led by Lieutenant Commander Dilna K and Lieutenant Commander Roopa A, received ..

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New Pterosaur Species Discovered in Japan

November 27, 2024

Pterosaurs were remarkable flying reptiles that roamed the Earth from 210 to 65 million years ago. They predated birds and bats as the first flying vertebrates. Recent discoveries have shed light on these ancient creatures, particularly in Japan. Characteristics of ..

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Bhutan’s Gelephu Mindfulness City Project

November 27, 2024

Bhutan is developing the Gelephu Mindfulness City, which is the largest co-operative initiative in the country. Prime Minister Tshering Tobgay expressed gratitude to India for its support. The city spans 2,500 square kilometres and aims to be Zero Carbon, which ..

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Who is Yamandú Orsi, Uruguay’s New President?

November 27, 2024

Yamandú Orsi has been elected as Uruguay’s next president, follows a closely contested runoff election, which marks a shift back to centre-left governance after five years of conservative rule. Background of Yamandú Orsi Orsi was born on June 13, 1967, ..

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Apple, Google, and Meta See Faster Growth in India than Globally

November 27, 2024

Big tech companies are experiencing rapid growth in India, faster than in other parts of the world. This trend has been evident over the past four fiscal years and companies like Apple, Google, and Meta are leading this charge. Apple’s ..

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